1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 240 | CLC |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
